Strength really does matter! In the words of strength coach and author of numerous training books including “Starting Strength” Mark Rippetoe; strength makes everything better. He generally applies this statement to the field of sports but it can equally be applied to all aspects of life. For many people, strength[…]
Many of you probably got stuck with one training routine and you’ve been doing it for some time now. Of course it’s hard to change your current workout routine when you get used to it. Starting a new bodybuilding routine usually takes more effort and dedication than sticking with what[…]
Getting big trap muscles is not going to happen with all those heavy deadlifts – they’re just not enough to get you up to par. Heavy shrugs that make you twitch aren’t going to get the job done either, so here’s a useful tip that will help you improve your[…]
Considered the king of upper-body exercises, the bench press should be a staple in your workout routine. This compound exercise can help you build a massive chest while increasing your overall strength. When done properly, it also hits your lats, triceps, shoulders, and abs. It’s one of the primary lifts[…]
Bodybuilding is an individual activity and the results will always depend on you and only you. Although a lot of people choose bodybuilding because of this, studies have shown that the whole training changes depending on your choice between a solitary or partnered workout. If you have an audience, you[…]
7 Must-Do Moves for Getting V-Taper Shape You can’t have a truly impressive physique without developing an impressive back. And the most prominent characteristic of a greatly developed back is the manly V-taper shape. If there’s anything you should focus on to make your physique stand out, it’s building a[…]
How to Really Build a Bigger Back! Experienced lifters know that pulling exercises require more attention to detail than pushing exercises. Even once you get past the beginner stage, there’s a level of mind-muscle connection and neuromuscular awareness that needs to go into back training for it to even “take.”[…]
In the recent years, overtraining gradually became sort of a trend in the world of fitness. Moreover, there are some people out there who don’t hesitate to boast around with the results of overtraining. You can see them pushing themselves to the outer limits, doing reps upon reps, sets upon[…]
Interval training isn’t new to the table. It has been there for a while now and if the buzz is anything to go by, the technique is here to stay for a long time. Technically, it is a kind of physical training interspersed between low to high intensity exercises and[…]
It is well known that protein plays a vital role in the functioning of our bodies. And if you have a deficiency of protein, your body will suffer. A study says around 1 billion people worldwide are protein deficient. Especially in Central Africa and South Asia: up to 30% of[…]